There is no shortage of fun events in the Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto areas, so check out this weekend’s lineup of happenings in the community to attend with family and friends. Other things to do include visiting a local barbecue, burger or brunch joint; spending happy hour at a nearby eatery; watching the Olympics at a local sports bar; and finding a volunteering opportunity to get involved and give back. For more events in the community this month, check out the February to-do list.

Feb. 18: Listen to Bad Brad & The Fat Cats at The Brass Tap

Soulful blues, and rock and roll band Bad Brad & The Fat Cats is performing at The Brass Tap in Round Rock on Friday night. Enjoy live music while trying some of the joint’s over 150 craft beers from around the globe. 9 p.m.-12 a.m. Free (admission). 204 E. Main St., Round Rock. 512-341-2337. www.brasstapbeerbar.com/RoundRock

Feb: 19: Stock up on local goods at the farmers market

Farmers market season is never over in Round Rock. This farmers market is every Saturday year-round. Support local farmers and vendors while shopping from the freshest produce and baked goods available. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). 201 University Oaks Blvd., Round Rock. 956-286-7775. www.facebook.com/farmergeorge.market


Feb. 19: See work from acclaimed Texas artists

The Pflugerville Arts Council is putting on a multi-artist exhibit at the Pflugerville Library from Feb. 19 through March 11. Featured artists include Rhea Pettit, Tim Woolsley, Akirash, Steve Gore, Joey Shaw, Hailey Gearo and Jeff Keith. 2-4 p.m. (opening reception ). Free (admission). Pflugerville Library, 1008 W. Pfluger St., Pflugerville. 512-990-6375. www.library.pflugervilletx.gov

Feb. 20: Get crafty with the family

Kids age 12 and older along with their families will have the opportunity to make a pizza pan chalkboard at the Pflugerville Library. Adult Services Librarian Meg Miller is hosting the event. Registration began online Feb. 6, and space is limited. 2-3:30 p.m. Free (admission). Pflugerville Library, 1008 W. Pfluger St., Pflugerville. 512-990-6375. www.library.pflugervilletx.gov


Feb. 20: Attend the Round Rock Car Show

The Round Rock Police Officers Association and the city of Round Rock join together to host a family-friendly car show on the third Sunday of each month in the tennis court section of Old Settlers Park. Show off a collector, classic, sport or antique car or truck, and see others. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free (admission). 2002 Harrell Parkway, Round Rock. 512-218-7023. https://goroundrock.com/events/round-rock-car-show-2/2022-02-20/

Feb. 18-20: Check out Pflugerville’s Black Leaders art show

Kimberly Morgan from Pflugerville’s GIGGLI Creations By Design is displaying artwork of Pflugerville’s Black leaders during regular business hours at the Pflugerville Public Library throughout Black History Month. Hours vary. Free (admission). 1008 W. Pfluger St., Pflugerville. 512-990-6375. https://library.pflugervilletx.gov/


Feb. 18-20: Visit the Black History Month exhibit at the library

The Round Rock Public Library’s monthlong exhibit is a collection of photos by Melissa Fontenette-Mitchell highlighting “the contributions of many African American families to the growth and success of Round Rock.” This year’s theme, “Black Family: Faith, Hope and Love, the Backbone of Strength and Survival”, was selected by the Round Rock Black History Organization. 9 a.m.-6.p.m. (Mon.-Sat.), 1-6 p.m. (Sun.), Free (admission). Round Rock Public Library, 216 E. Main St., Round Rock. 512-218-7001. www.roundrocktexas.gov/news/celebrate-black-history-month-at-the-library/

Feb. 18-20: See a play at Sam Bass Community Theatre

Sam Bass Community Theatre is presenting “Dear Brutus” every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening, and Sunday afternoon for the remainder of February. Its website describes the show as “a bizarre and puckish host has invited a group of strangers to his country estate on a midsummer’s eve.” 7:30 p.m. (Thu.-Sat.), 2:00 p.m. (Sun.). $10-$15. 600 N. Lee. St., Round Rock. www.sambasstheatre.org/


Feb. 18-20: Eat at Texan Cafe & Pie Shop to win $500

This weekend, participate in a $500 giveaway that Hutto’s iconic Texan Cafe & Pie Shop recently launched. Eat a meal at the restaurant, take pictures of your favorite foods, and leave a review on its website for the chance to win. If you cannot make it this weekend, enter anytime before the giveaway ends March 1. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Menu prices vary. 207 East St., Hutto. 512-846-2885. www.thetexancafe.com/

Feb. 19-20: Snag cheap seltzers at The Growler Bar & Kitchen

Each Saturday and Sunday at The Growler Bar & Kitchen in Pflugerville, all seltzer drinks are $1 off. White Claw, Real Seltzerz, Karbach and ShotGun are available. Find more drink specials and happy hour deals at eateries and watering holes in the community here. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Free (admission). 1300 FM 685, Ste. 100, Pflugerville. https://txgrowlerbar.com/events/?event=14974